Faculty Position, Bezos Family Distinguished Scholar in Precision Oncology

About the role

The Human Biology Division of Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center seeks a visionary scientific leader to accelerate discoveries in precision oncology, including developing and implementing personalized prevention, early detection, and treatment strategies for cancer. This Bezos Family Distinguished Scholar position offers leadership opportunities that can complement the Division’s strengths or extend them into new scientific directions, depending on the candidate’s interests and qualifications. The appointment includes generous startup funds, an endowed chair, funding for internal and external collaborations, and support for additional faculty recruitment. Primary appointment will be in the Human Biology Division; an adjunct appointment may be considered with other divisions at Fred Hutch or a department at the University of Washington.

Fred Hutch is an independent, nonprofit organization providing cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. It is the only National Cancer Institute‑designated cancer center in Washington state and operates eight clinical care sites offering medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy, and related services. Faculty are expected to perform their primary activities on‑site.

Qualifications

• PhD, MD, or MD/PhD (or foreign equivalent).
• Experience leading an independent research program.
• Expertise and interest in scientific areas relevant to precision oncology and the mission of the Human Biology Division and Fred Hutch.
• Demonstrated track record in obtaining funding and leading an innovative research group.

Application Instructions

• Curriculum vitae (CV).
• Concise research plan (2‑page limit).
• Mentorship and training statement addressing the prompt: “What is your mentorship philosophy and approach, and what has informed them? Please describe specific actions you have taken or plan to take to create a collaborative and effective training and mentorship environment in which all trainees and staff can thrive.”
• Names and contact information for three professional references, including at least one former trainee (references will not be contacted without prior discussion).
• Applications received by November 17 will be guaranteed consideration; later applications may be considered on a rolling basis while the position remains open.

Pay

Base salary ranges (annual) are:

• PhD researchers: $210,413 – $300,000 for Associate Professor rank; $239,714 – $450,000 for Professor rank.
• MD physician‑scientists: $253,596 – $560,043 for Associate Professor rank; $276,808 – $656,515 for Professor rank.
• Pay is based on experience, qualifications, degree, specialty, clinical practice, and other factors.
• Position is eligible for relocation assistance and a sign‑on bonus.
• Additional compensation may include an Administrative Supplement (ADS) in addition to base pay.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Retirement plans.
• Family life support.
• Employee assistance program.
• On‑site health clinic.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid vacation (22 days per year).
• Paid sick leave (up to 30 calendar days per qualifying occurrence).
• Paid holidays (up to 13 days per year).
• Paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks).
• Partially paid sabbatical leave (up to 12 months).